Martin Kerr in MEZZ

Martin Kerr sings what you think. As a folk troubadour for the post-truth era, he manages to touch millions of listeners worldwide with his outspoken and poetic lyrics. He combines urgent themes of our time with personal stories, in honest and nostalgic folk music that invites you to sing along. 

In recent months, Martin Kerr has reached over 60 million people through social media with his controversial renditions of classic songs, such as ‘God Rest Ye Merry Billionaires’, ‘Away In Bomb Shelters’ and ‘What’s Up America?’. These songs have become anthems for justice and democracy. 

He also makes an impression live. He has opened for major acts like Dermot Kennedy, Walk Off The Earth, and The Strumbellas, and has performed at festivals across North America. “It’s incredible to see people singing my songs around the planet, raising their voices together, calling for peace, truth and justice. I hope you sing along and feel you’re not the only one,” says Martin.